2009 Hummer H3 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Hummer H3 and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Hummer | Lexus |
Model | H3 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 84 L |